1990 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1700 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 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 21 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 127 L |
