1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 815 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca. 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2012 Renault Espace | |
Make | Italdesign | Renault |
Model | Nazca | Espace |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |