1989 Renault 21 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 250 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 21 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | 21 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |