1989 Renault 21 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 245 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | 21 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |