1989 Honda Legend 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 Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. 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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Espace |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |
