1973 Bitter CD vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 91 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
Because 1973 Bitter CD 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 1973 Bitter CD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Bitter | Renault |
| Model | CD | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
