1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 570 kg more than 1989 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | Espace |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
