1990 Renault 21 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 27 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 213 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
