2008 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 399 kg more than 1992 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, 2008 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1992 Renault 21 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | 21 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 171 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 | 1354 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |