1987 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 25 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 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 1987 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault Espace | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 140 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 Length | 4260 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
