1995 Renault Espace vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 562 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Express |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |
