2004 Renault Espace vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 785 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Espace | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |