2000 Proton Saloon vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 Proton Saloon 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. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Proton Saloon.
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, 1986 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Saloon | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Saloon | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
