1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo 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 475 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Tempo | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
