1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, both 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1989 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 75 | 21 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |