1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | Stola | 21 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
