2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
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 Skoda Favorit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Favorit 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 88 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 960 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Espace | Favorit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |
