1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 940 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
