1987 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 21 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, 1987 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Renault Espace.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Espace. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault Espace | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
