2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1989 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1989 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Carol | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
