2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Aveo | 21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2820 mm |
