1999 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (118 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 21 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
