2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 104 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 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, 1990 Renault 21 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V. 2008 Honda FR-V has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda FR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1449 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
