1986 Renault 21 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 26 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 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (90 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 78 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, 1986 Renault 21 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 21 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |
