1986 Renault 21 vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, both 1986 Renault 21 and 1986 Rover 825i were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 386 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 Rover 825i (217 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (72 Nm). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 21 | 825i |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
