1991 Renault Espace vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Golf 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 103 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 640 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
