1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1989 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |
