1993 Proton Persona vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona.
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, 1989 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Proton Persona | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Persona | 21 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
