1990 Renault 21 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 14 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 100 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault 21 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 21 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |