1989 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volvo V40 (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Espace | V40 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
