1990 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 2008 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Espace | Musa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
