1986 Renault 21 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 21 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 888 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 21 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
