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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1988 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 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 | 1870 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
