2000 Audi TT vs. 1988 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 12 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, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault Espace. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1988 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | TT | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
