1990 Renault Espace vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 1985 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Granada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
