1984 Audi 90 vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 90 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
