1991 Renault Espace vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (108 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 430 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace 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, 1991 Renault Espace (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Corona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
