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Renault 21

General information

ModelRenault 21
Year1987
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1721 ccm (105.02 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.0 litres/100 km (33.51 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1721 ccm (105.02 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power76.00 PS (56 kW or 75 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque130 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 83.5 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed176.0 km/h (109.4 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0796 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4560 litres (1,205 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks, 238 mm
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight955 kg (2,105.4 pounds)
Overall length4470 mm (176.0 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions231.0 g/km
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