1969 Honda S600 vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
Because 1969 Honda S600 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 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1994 Renault 21 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S600 | 21 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2820 mm |