2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | YRV | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
