1993 Renault 21 vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1993 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 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 21 | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 21 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
