1999 Renault Espace vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 549 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Espace (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
