1989 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace 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 10 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
