2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 12 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Alero | 21 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
