1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2001 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2001 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 482 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2001 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
