1989 Renault Espace vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 318 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
