2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 17 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1327 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Canyon | 21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2820 mm |
