1991 Renault Express vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 18 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 956 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 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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. 2009 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Express | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
