1986 Chrysler Laser vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, both 1986 Chrysler Laser 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler Laser (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler Laser weights approximately 100 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 Laser (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Laser | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 21 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
