2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1379 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
