2008 Kia Rio vs. 1984 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault Espace weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1984 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
