1986 Renault Espace vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1986 Renault Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Espace weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Espace | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
