1967 Honda S800 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S800 | 21 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2820 mm |