1991 Renault Express vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1487 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 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | T5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
