1989 Renault Espace vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 480 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
