1998 Kia Joice vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Joice | 21 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
