1991 Renault 21 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 245 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 21 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | 21 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2547 mm |
