1989 Renault 21 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 415 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, 1989 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 21 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 21 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |