2008 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 685 kg more than 1993 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 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 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
