1990 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace. 1999 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volkswagen Passat | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Passat | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
