1991 Renault 21 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 21 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
