2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 19 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 155 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Gallardo | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
