1991 Renault Express vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 7 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Capa weights approximately 260 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, 1998 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Express | Capa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
