1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 685 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. 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, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |