1979 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 918 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
