1990 Fiat Uno 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 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno 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 59 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 908 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
