1986 Renault 21 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 235 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 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (126 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
