1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 12 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Turbo | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2590 mm |
