1985 Renault Espace vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 10 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.
Because 1984 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
