1994 Renault 21 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
