1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 2 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 890 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 1995 Buick Roadmaster 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 1995 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1993 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Roadmaster | 21 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
