1987 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 21 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 21 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
