1990 Renault 21 vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 17 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 75 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Trafic. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 21 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
