2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 763 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | 18 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
