1991 Renault Express vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 345 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Polo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
