1989 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 230 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 21 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
