1994 Renault 21 vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, both 1994 Renault 21 and 1994 Audi V8 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21. 1994 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 1994 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 21 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 3561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
