1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1984 Renault Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Renault Espace. 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 (273 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Espace. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Grand Espace | 1984 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
