1985 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 610 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 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault Espace | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Hilux |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3090 mm |