2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 18 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 261 kg more than 1989 Renault 21.
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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan X-Trail | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | X-Trail | 21 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |