1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 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 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | V6 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
