1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 1 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 485 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | 21 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
