1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1987 Renault 21 (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 21 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
