1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 465 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1989 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Laurel | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Laurel | Espace |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |