1986 Renault 21 vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 17 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (126 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21. 2003 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1986 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Renault | Daewoo |
| Model | 21 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
