1989 Renault Espace vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 18 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 676 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Espace | Musso |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
