1989 Ford Telstar vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Telstar would be higher. Both 1989 Ford Telstar and 1999 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar. 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, 1999 Renault Espace (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Telstar | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Telstar | Espace |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
