1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude.
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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Espace |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |