1979 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 27 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 955 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, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Espace |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3497 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 | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |