1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 332 kg more than 1989 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, 1991 Buick Reatta (286 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Reatta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
