1991 Renault Express vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 6 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 895 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 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
