1989 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 7 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Renault | Venturi |
| Model | Espace | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
