1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2880 mm |
