1991 Renault Espace vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 18 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 322 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Espace | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
