1998 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 38 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1849 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
