1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Accent is newer by 5 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, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Accent | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | 21 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
