1975 Honda 145 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 145 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
