2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 562 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Jeep Liberty (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
