2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 336 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
