1995 Bentley Azure vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1995 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1105 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 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21. 1995 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Azure | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | 21 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
