2008 Audi A5 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 19 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 430 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A5 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
