1990 Renault 21 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 15 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 456 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
