2004 Lada 111 vs. 1988 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Lada 111 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Lada 111. (77 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault Espace weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 111 | 1988 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 111 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
