1990 Renault 21 vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
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, 1983 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
