1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 590 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
