1992 Renault Espace vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault Espace | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Espace | Frontera |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |