1986 Renault 21 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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. Both 1986 Renault 21 and 2003 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 270 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.
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 Toyota Avensis (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
