1985 Ford Granada vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | Espace |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
