1986 Lancia Prisma 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 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Prisma 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 86 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 790 kg more than 1986 Lancia Prisma. 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Prisma | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Prisma | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 83 L |
