1998 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 159 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, 1999 Renault Espace (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
