1991 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault Espace | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |