2009 Honda Fit vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 261 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, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Fit | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
