2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 596 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (275 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
