1992 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Espace weights approximately 87 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Espace | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Espace | 3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
