2004 Renault Espace vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 408 kg more than 1984 Rover Vitesse.
Because 1984 Rover Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Rover Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 2004 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1984 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1984 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Espace | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Espace | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
