1989 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 19 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 35 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Renault | Tesla |
| Model | Espace | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2352 mm |
