1994 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 21 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 395 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | 21 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
