1989 Renault Espace vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
