1986 Renault 21 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto 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, 1986 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 21 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
