1989 Lancia Thema vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. Both 1989 Lancia Thema and 1995 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 142 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema.
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, 1989 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Thema | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | Espace |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
