1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 344 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (183 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Spirit | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
