1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (169 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 930 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Meteor | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
