1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (166 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace. 1997 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
