1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Festiva | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2880 mm |