1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 602 kg more than 1985 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
