1988 Lada Samara vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 750 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
