1989 Lada 2104 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, both 1989 Lada 2104 and 1989 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1989 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lada 2104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Renault 21 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada 2104 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | 2104 | 21 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |