1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1719 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
