2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Espace | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
