1968 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Honda S600 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S600 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S600 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 83 L |
