1978 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 882 kg more than 1978 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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Espace |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |