1991 Renault Espace vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1992 Subaru Vivio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace 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 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 660 kg more than 1992 Subaru Vivio. 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 (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
