2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 19 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 356 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Venture | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
