1986 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 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 (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
