1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon 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 95 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Because 1991 Ford Falcon 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 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
