2008 Renault Espace vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Audi V8.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 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 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 1992 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Espace | V8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
