1992 Renault Alpine vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 2 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Renault Alpine 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 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Alpine | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Alpine | 21 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
