1988 Renault 21 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 23 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 275 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | 21 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
