1991 Renault Express vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 355 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 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
