1991 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 133 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 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
