1988 Renault 21 vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 590 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, 2001 Toyota Will (274 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Will |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
