2007 Renault Clio vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
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, 2007 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | 21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |
