1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
