1986 Renault 21 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
