1967 Honda S800 vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 737 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 595 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S800 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 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S800 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
