2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 670 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Fiat Doblo (271 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
