1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | 21 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
