1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 950 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2958 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |
