1999 Morgan 4 vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand 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 78 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 840 kg more than 1999 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan 4 | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 4 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
