2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1998 Volvo S70
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (172 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S70 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 444 kg more than 1998 Volvo S70.
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 (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 1998 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Espace | S70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
