2007 Renault Espace vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 505 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
