1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 396 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Virage | Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
