1986 Renault 21 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 18 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1250 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
