1989 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1991 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Espace |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |