2002 Renault Espace vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Justy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
