1989 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 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 34 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
