1984 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 880 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
