2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1958 Saab 93. 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Grand Espace | 93 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |
