2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 280 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
