2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
