2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 16 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 195 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.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Quattroporte | 21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
