1992 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 271 kg more than 1992 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 21 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2578 mm |
