1990 Renault 21 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 22 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 59 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 21 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
