2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 580 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Renault | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Espace | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 69 L |
