1992 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, both 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL and 1992 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 615 kg more than 1992 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1992 Renault 21 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | SL | 21 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 268 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |