1990 Renault 21 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 21 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 19 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. 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 2011 Kia Forte. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 21 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 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 | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
