2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 146 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
| Model | Grand Espace | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 97 L |
