2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 540 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | 25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 34 L |
