2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 780 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Grand Espace | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |