1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (166 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 41 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace. 1997 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix has manual transmission. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
