2004 Nissan Primera vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Nissan Primera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Primera (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (93 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Nissan Primera.
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, 1991 Renault Espace (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Primera | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 77 L |
