1986 Lotus Esprit vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 133 kg more than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Esprit | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Esprit | Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |
