1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 42 kg more than 1989 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Prelude | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 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 Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
