1986 Renault 21 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Renault 21.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault 21 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 21 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |