1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 28 kg more than 1986 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
