1952 Allard Safari vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Safari (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 656 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Allard Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | Safari | Express |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
