1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 152 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | Espace |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
