2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 930 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Espace | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
