1986 Chrysler ES vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, both 1986 Chrysler ES and 1986 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler ES (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler ES should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler ES weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Chrysler ES (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler ES | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | ES | 21 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
