1991 Holden Barina vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1991 Holden Barina and 1991 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (93 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 610 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Renault Espace (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Barina | 1991 Renault Espace | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Barina | Espace |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |