1990 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 20 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault 21 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | 21 | Insight |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |