2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1986 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1986 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
