1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Innocenti 990 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 24 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. 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, 1994 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | 990 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
