2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 585 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Raider | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
