2004 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 266 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1987 Renault 21 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | 21 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |