1994 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe.
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, 1986 Renault 21 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Scoupe | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Scoupe | 21 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
