2000 Honda City vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Honda City.
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, 2000 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 1987 Renault 21 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | City | 21 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |