1990 Renault 21 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 950 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 21 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2634 mm |
