1994 Renault 21 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
