2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 17 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 36 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
