1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 7 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 275 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, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | 3000GT | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
