1991 Renault Espace vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 340 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Vauxhall Sintra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Espace | Sintra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
