1995 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 36 kg more than 1990 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Espace |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
