2002 Renault Espace vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 870 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
