1989 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 15 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 4 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (153 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Espace | Astra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
