1990 Renault Espace vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 227 kg more than 1990 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, 1988 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Espace | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Espace | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |