1981 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Renault 21.
Because 1981 Pontiac 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac 1000 | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
