1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2870 mm |
