1980 Audi UR vs. 1999 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Audi UR.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1999 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | UR | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
