1992 Nissan Presea 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 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Presea 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 (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 825 kg more than 1992 Nissan Presea. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Presea. 2008 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Presea | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Presea | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
