1989 Renault 21 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 299 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 Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
