2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 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. Both 2000 Kia Sportage and 1986 Renault 21 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 322 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.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
