1991 Renault Espace vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 3 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 588 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
