2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 94 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
