1991 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 276 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace. 2010 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
