1988 Renault 21 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. Both 1988 Renault 21 and 1986 Renault 21 are equipped with a 1,721 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 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, 1986 Renault 21 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 21 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
