1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 534 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | MK VIII | 21 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |
