1990 Renault 21 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 756 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 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21. 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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. 2011 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 21 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
