2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 68 kg more than 1993 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | 21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
