1973 Honda 145 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 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 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 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 145 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
