1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 1987 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1987 Peugeot 405 and 1987 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault Espace (107 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Espace weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 405 | 1987 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 405 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 107 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
