1991 Renault Express vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Polo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
