1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 300 kg more than 1993 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1993 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Levante | 21 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
