1993 Renault 21 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 21 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 21 | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Renault | Lamborghini |
| Model | 21 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
