1990 Renault 21 vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
Because 1972 Skoda 1202 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 21 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
