1986 Renault 21 vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 Toyota Vitz (86 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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, 1986 Renault 21 (126 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
