1991 Renault Express vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express.
Because 2009 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
