1988 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 520 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Legend | Espace |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |