1990 Renault Espace vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Cressida (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 168 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
