2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Commercial | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
