1990 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 761 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Espace | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Espace | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |