1991 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 19 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. Both 1991 Renault Espace and 2010 Nissan Qashqai are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Espace | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
