2007 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 120 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 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1988 Renault 21 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | 21 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |