1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21. 1976 Bristol 603 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. 1976 Bristol 603 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 603 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |
