1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1984 Renault Espace
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault Espace weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Espace. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | 1984 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Am | Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
