1986 Renault 21 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 25 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.
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, 1986 Renault 21 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault 21 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 21 | Carina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |