2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 828 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Espace | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
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 | 119 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |