1996 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Espace weights approximately 485 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1992 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
