1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 750 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 2008 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
