2000 Renault Laguna vs. 1988 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 115 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, 1988 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 1988 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
