1990 Renault 21 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
