1991 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 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 14 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 57 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espace | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1486 mm |
