1989 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 21 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 800 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Espace | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
