2009 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 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, 2009 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
