1987 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 990 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Espace |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |