1962 Honda S500 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 490 kg more than 1962 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Honda S500 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 1962 Honda S500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Honda S500 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S500 | Espace |
Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 492 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |