1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi.
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, 1988 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | 21 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
