1991 Renault Espace vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 81 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
