2005 Renault Clio vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
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, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |
