1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2012 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Renault Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 39 kg more than 2012 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 Renault Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Roadmaster | Espace |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |