1998 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1991 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Espace |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |