1990 Renault 21 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 18 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 438 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.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 21 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
