1991 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 142 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Espace | Accord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
