1986 Renault 21 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 426 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, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 Traviq | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
