1987 Renault 21 vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 1993 Honda Integra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Integra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. 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, 1993 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 21 | 1993 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 21 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
