1991 Renault Express vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Renault 8 weights approximately 33 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 1964 Renault 8 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 1964 Renault 8. 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, 1964 Renault 8 (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Express | 8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
