1990 Renault 21 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 13 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 151 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.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault 21 | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 21 | Polo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |