1986 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2010 Toyota Aygo is newer by 24 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 8 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2010 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
