1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Buick Skylark.
Because 1974 Buick Skylark 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 1974 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Skylark | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |