1988 Renault 21 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 19 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 394 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
