1991 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Twingo weights approximately 35 kg more 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 Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Twingo 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 Twingo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 21 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |
