2005 Acura TL vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 16 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 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 375 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
