1983 Porsche 959 vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Porsche 959 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 1983 Porsche 959. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 959 | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 959 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
