2000 Opel Signum vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
