1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Renault 21.
Because 1986 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
Make | Jensen | Renault |
Model | 541 | 21 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |