1994 Renault 21 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |
