1986 Renault 21 vs. 1986 Toyota Crown

To start off, both 1986 Renault 21 and 1986 Toyota Crown were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Crown (97 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Crown weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Crown (157 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (72 Nm). This means 1986 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21. 1986 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1986 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Renault 21 1986 Toyota Crown
Make Renault Toyota
Model 21 Crown
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1397 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 97 HP
Torque 72 Nm 157 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2700 mm


 

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