1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Renault Espace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Espace weights approximately 999 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2011 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | Espace |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2870 mm |
