1991 Acura Legend vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Acura 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, 2004 Renault Espace (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2004 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1991 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Espace |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
