1996 Renault 19 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 10 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 95 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 19 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
