1992 BMW 320 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 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 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
