2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | i10 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
