1989 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 19 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 130 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
