2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 18 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 855 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
