1980 BMW 628 vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 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 190 kg more than 1980 BMW 628.
Because 1980 BMW 628 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 1980 BMW 628. 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 628 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
