1990 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Trafic.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 2011 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
