1985 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
