1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 374 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark. 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
