2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (107 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 349 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Aveo | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
