1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 280 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.
Because 1989 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 406 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
