1991 Renault Espace vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 222 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 Renault Espace (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
