2007 Opel Agila vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Agila | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Agila | 21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 66 L |
