1989 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 23 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), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 378 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| 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 | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
