1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 1502 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 1502 | 21 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |