1969 Honda S800 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S800 (67 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1969 Honda S800.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Renault 21 (126 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S800 | 21 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |