2005 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
