1989 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 20 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 150 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Renault | Ascari |
| Model | Espace | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2636 mm |
