2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1991 Toyota Starlet
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 Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Starlet 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 65 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1991 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 1991 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
