1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Shuttle | 21 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
