1984 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 860 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
