1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (106 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Renault 21 (159 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 21 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2067 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 159 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |