1980 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 850 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Renault Espace (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Espace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
