1991 Renault 21 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 17 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 478 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 21 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
