1991 Renault Express vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
