1986 Renault 21 vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 1995 Venturi 400 is newer by 9 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi 400 weights approximately 115 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.
Because 1995 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Venturi |
| Model | 21 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
