1990 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 276 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Espace | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
