1986 Renault 21 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1550 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 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (72 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 96 L |
