1987 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 580 kg more than 1987 Renault Espace. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Espace. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault Espace | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espace | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
