2002 Ford Fusion vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 13 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 39 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 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, 1989 Renault 21 (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | 21 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
