1990 BMW 730 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, both 1990 BMW 730 and 1990 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Renault 21 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 730 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 730 | 21 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |