2008 Acura TL vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
