1986 Renault 21 vs. 1986 Saab 9000

To start off, both 1986 Renault 21 and 1986 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 140 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 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.

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