1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1999 Renault Espace

To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Oldsmobile Toronado 1999 Renault Espace
Make Oldsmobile Renault
Model Toronado Espace
Year Released 1990 1999
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2710 mm


 

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