2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
