1991 Renault Espace vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault Espace | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Carina |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |