1988 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault Espace weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault Espace | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
