2002 Renault Espace vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 921 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Express |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
