1996 Ford Falcon vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 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 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Falcon | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3707 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
