1989 Renault 21 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 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 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (106 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Renault 21.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (159 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
