1988 Renault 21 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 1984 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Renault 21 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
