2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 12 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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 128 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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 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 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
