2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 765 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
