1991 Renault Express vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault Express | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Express | Impreza |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |