1986 Renault 21 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 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 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
