1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 9 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 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 McLaren F1. 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | McLaren | Renault |
| Model | F1 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
