1985 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 141 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Espace | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2775 mm |
