1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 1994 Renault 21 | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Am | 21 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |