1987 Renault 21 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 20 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 393 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 21 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
