1988 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Bluebird.
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 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
