1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Step Wagon | 21 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |