2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1991 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 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B 10 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
