2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1986 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1986 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Espace weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Espace. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1986 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | GT 1 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
