1988 Renault Espace vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 1988 Renault Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault Espace weights approximately 504 kg more than 1975 Renault 4. 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, 1988 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault Espace | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | 4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
