2000 AC Cobra vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP) has 284 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2000 AC Cobra 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 2000 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (126 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
