1990 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 20 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Espace | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
