1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 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 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Because 1989 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. 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, 1989 Renault 21 (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 240 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
