2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
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, 1985 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
