1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 875 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 1963 Cadillac Sixty. 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Sixty | 21 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2820 mm |
