1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tempra | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
