1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1994 Renault 21 | |
Make | Italdesign | Renault |
Model | Nazca | 21 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |