1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 355 kg more than 1989 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Marcia | 21 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
