1990 Renault 21 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 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, 1990 Renault 21 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 21 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
