1991 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 22 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 505 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
