1991 Renault Express vs. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 310 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.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1993 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
