1990 Renault 21 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 11 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 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, 1990 Renault 21 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 21 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
