1999 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 8 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 95 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.
Because 1999 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace. 1999 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Chairman | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Chairman | Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
