1991 Renault 21 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 664 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 21 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3250 mm |
