1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | 21 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
