1990 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 31 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
