1989 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 24 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 634 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault Espace | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
