1986 Renault 21 vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 1986 Renault 21 and 1986 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1986 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1986 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault 21 | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | 21 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |