1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | 21 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2820 mm |
