1979 Renault 5 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Renault 5 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 1979 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1979 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 5 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 5 | Express |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |
