2008 Renault Espace vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
