1992 Acura NSX vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
