2004 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 135 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
