1991 Renault Espace vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (93 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 208 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
