1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 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 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | 21 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
