1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 361 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Spirit | 21 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
