1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1991 Ford Mustang and 1991 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 142 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Renault Espace (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 1991 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Espace |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |