2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 465 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Espace | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
