2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1990 Renault 4
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 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Espace | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
