1991 Renault Express vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avalon 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 791 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 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2001 Toyota Avalon 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. 2001 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
