1974 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 525 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
