1992 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 21 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 118 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 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 21 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 21 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3110 mm |
