1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 644 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Spirit | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
