2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 189 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Carisma | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
