1987 Renault 21 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 21 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
