1998 Peugeot 206 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 206 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 75 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206.
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, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 206 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 206 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
