2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 11 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | Veyron | 21 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
