2006 Renault Espace vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 18 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), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 775 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, 2006 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Espace | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Espace | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |