1974 Honda Life vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life 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 119 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
