2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 21 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
