1986 Renault 21 vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Rover 200 is newer by 13 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, 1999 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (90 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1999 Rover 200.
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 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 1999 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 21 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
