1996 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Thunderbird | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Thunderbird | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
