1991 Renault Espace vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Supra (201 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Supra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. 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 1989 Toyota Supra. 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, 1989 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Supra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
