1986 Audi 90 vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 690 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 90 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
