1993 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 530 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 1993 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | NSX | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |