1980 Lancia Trevi 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 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Renault 21.
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 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Trevi | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Trevi | 21 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
