1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (600 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | EB 110 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
