2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 15 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Renault 21 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 1990 Renault 21 | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Exige | 21 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |