2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper 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 38 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
