2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
