2010 Renault Espace vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
