1991 Innocenti 990 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 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 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 63 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 960 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | 990 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2880 mm |
