1986 Holden Drover 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 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 810 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 (273 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Drover | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2880 mm |
