1991 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic is newer by 19 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21.
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, 2010 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 21 | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 21 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3100 mm |
