1991 Honda Integra vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1991 Honda Integra 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Integra weights approximately 110 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, 1991 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21. 1991 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Integra | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Integra | 21 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
