1977 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (166 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 760 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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, 1997 Renault Espace (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Espace |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
