1987 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Espace weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault Espace | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
