2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 20 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 2005 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
