1985 Renault Espace vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1993 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 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 40 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
