1991 Renault Express vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 21 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 1035 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 2012 Holden Captiva 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, 2012 Holden Captiva 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault Express | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Renault | Holden |
Model | Express | Captiva |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1990 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |