1987 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Electra | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |
