2001 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 587 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Grand Espace | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Espace | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
