1998 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 174 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
