1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 507 kg more than 1973 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, 1991 Renault Espace (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2849 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 77 L |
