1989 Renault 21 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 129 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 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
