1991 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 21 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, 1991 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Espace | i20 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
