1990 Renault 21 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21.
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, 2012 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault 21 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | 21 | 3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 2184 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 | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |