1994 Renault 21 vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 8 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 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 119 kg more than 1994 Renault 21.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 21 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
