1989 Renault Espace vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 155 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault Espace | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |