1969 Peugeot 204 vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 780 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Peugeot 204 | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 204 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
