1990 Renault 21 vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, 1997 Rover 600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 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 55 more horse power than 1997 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Rover 600. 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 1997 Rover 600. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 1997 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 21 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
