1999 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1999 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 555 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. 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, 1999 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Grand Espace | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | 21 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
