2002 Ford Lynx vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Ford Lynx is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Lynx | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Lynx | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
