1991 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (93 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
