1986 Renault 21 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 275 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 21 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
