1990 BMW 518 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 518 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
