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.
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. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1991 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
