2006 Renault Espace vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 800 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Espace | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
