1990 Renault 21 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 793 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 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21. 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | CC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
