1991 Renault 21 vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Caldina 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Caldina (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Caldina 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 Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21. 2003 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1991 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 21 | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
