2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | X-Trail | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1020 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
