2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Toyota Previa. 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, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Previa 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 | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
