1989 Renault 21 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1989 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Corolla (176 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |
