1991 Renault Express vs. 2001 Rover 25
To start off, 2001 Rover 25 is newer by 10 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 1,119 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 25 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 25 weights approximately 210 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, 2001 Rover 25 (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2001 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Express | 25 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 62.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
