1995 Renault Espace vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 714 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 289 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. 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 (705 Nm) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1991 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1991 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
