2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10.
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 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | i10 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2820 mm |
