2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 21 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1993 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
