1991 Renault Espace vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault Espace | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
Make | Renault | Riley |
Model | Espace | Two Point Six |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |