1994 Renault 21 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 14 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, 2008 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ 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 2008 Toyota iQ.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault 21 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 21 | iQ |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |