2007 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 398 kg more than 1991 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 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 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
