1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 360 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 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1993 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Wildcat | 21 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
