2002 AC Aceca vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
