1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Roadmaster | Espace |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |