2006 Ford Ka vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 16 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ka weights approximately 11 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ka | 21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
