2005 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
