2007 Renault Clio vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
