1986 Renault 21 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 15 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 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
