1991 Honda CRX vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 1 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
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, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CRX | 21 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
