1985 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 28 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 875 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
