1991 Renault Express vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 19 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 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Spark |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
