2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 291 kg more than 1990 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Espace | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
