2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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. Both 2009 Nissan Qashqai and 1989 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 320 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 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Qashqai | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
