1987 Renault 21 vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 21 (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 21 | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | 21 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2090 mm |
