1989 Renault Espace vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 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 4 more horse power than 2002 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
