1995 Audi A8 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1991 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
