2007 Honda NSX vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 18 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
