2003 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daewoo Chairman 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 2003 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21. 2003 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Chairman | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Chairman | 21 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
