1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 440 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
