2007 Renault Espace vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Espace | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
