1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
