2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
