2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Renault 21 (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | U4 B | 21 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |