1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Espace |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |