2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 109 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
