1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
