1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 12 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 142 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Shuttle | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
