2005 Renault Espace vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 510 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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, 2005 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Espace | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
