1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 450 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 1993 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | 21 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |
