1988 Renault 21 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 390 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2645 mm |
