1989 Renault 21 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 11 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 43 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
