2008 Nissan Altima vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
