2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1990 Renault 21
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 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (172 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 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 605 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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 (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
