1997 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 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 Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Lumina | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
