1989 Renault 21 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 348 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21. 2009 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 21 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
