1990 Renault 21 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |
