1968 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S800 | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S800 | Espace |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1760 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 |