2007 Renault Espace vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 595 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1988 Venturi Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Espace | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Renault | Venturi |
Model | Espace | Coupe |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |