1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1986 Renault 21.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | 109 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
