2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. 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, 1988 Renault 21 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
