1985 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
