2008 Honda Stream vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream.
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, 1991 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Stream | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |
