1986 Renault 21 vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1000 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 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (72 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
