2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 349 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
