2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Prizm | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
