1989 Renault Espace vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 12 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 325 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault Espace | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Previa |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |