2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 59 kg more than 1989 Renault 21.
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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 21 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
