1988 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 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 19 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 5 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
