1990 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lincoln Mark VII 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 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lincoln Mark VII | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Mark VII | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
