1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 5 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 128 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.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
