1995 Renault Espace vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 687 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Espace | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
