1991 Renault Express vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 120 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 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2001 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Polo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
