1990 Renault 21 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
