1994 Renault 21 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21. 2004 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault 21 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 21 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |