1987 Renault 21 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Renault 21.
Because 1958 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault 21 | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 21 | Crown |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |