1965 Honda S600 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (108 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 725 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace 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, 1991 Renault Espace (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda S600 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S600 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 77 L |
