2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 550 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Trans Sport | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
