1991 Renault Express vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 435 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 1988 Venturi Coupe 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 1988 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1988 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Venturi |
| Model | Express | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
