2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 1020 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
