1989 Renault Espace vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 24 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Corona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
