1989 Renault Espace vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Saturn SC is newer by 10 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 8 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Espace | SC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
