2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 550 kg more than 1992 Renault 21. 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 171 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 | 1505 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
