2004 Opel Agila vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Renault 21 (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Agila | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Agila | 21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
