1989 Renault 21 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 213 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
