1990 Renault 21 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 19 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 61 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault 21 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 21 | Polo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |