1989 Renault 21 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 547 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
