1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 34 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 955 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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2186 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 83 L |
