2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 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 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 1986 Renault 21 (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Nubira | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
