1990 Renault 21 vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1999 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Outback weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
