2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 22 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. Both 2009 Citroen C4 and 1987 Renault 21 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1987 Renault 21.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 1987 Renault 21 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C4 | 21 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |