1990 Renault 21 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault 21 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | 21 | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |