1987 Renault 21 vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1991 Venturi Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 1991 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 21 | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Venturi |
| Model | 21 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
