1989 Renault 21 vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, both 1989 Renault 21 and 1989 TVR S2 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR S2 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 TVR S2.
Because 1989 TVR S2 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 TVR S2. 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 TVR S2 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 1989 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | 21 | S2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
