2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Renault 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 207 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
