2002 Renault Espace vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 395 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Espace | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |
