2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 321 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | 21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
