1989 Renault Espace vs. 1955 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 335 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 1955 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Renault | Riley |
| Model | Espace | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
