1988 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
