2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 950 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
