2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
