1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Camaro | 21 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |