2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 21 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 1991 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Aveo | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2820 mm |
