1999 Renault Espace vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Espace | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Espace | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |