2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 955 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
