1991 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | Espace | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1387 mm |
