1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1986 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-3 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
