1991 Renault Express vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 32 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Express | 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
