1990 Renault 21 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. 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 1986 Saab 9000. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 21 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
