1989 Lancia Thema vs. 2003 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Espace is newer by 14 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Renault Espace. (137 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 451 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Espace. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Thema | 2003 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | Espace |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
