1987 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 856 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault 21 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 21 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |