1991 Renault Express vs. 1968 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 210 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 1968 Sunbeam Rapier 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 1968 Sunbeam Rapier. 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, 1968 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1968 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Express | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
