1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 178 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 75 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
