1989 Renault 21 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
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, 1989 Renault 21 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 21 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
