1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Espace |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
