1997 Honda Today vs. 1987 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Espace weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 1987 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
