1991 Renault Express vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 8 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 428 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, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
