1994 Renault 21 vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 820 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault 21 | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 21 | Previa |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |