2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1984 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 108 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1984 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 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 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
