1986 Renault 21 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 430 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 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
