1991 Renault Espace vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri 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 40 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Capri |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
