1991 Renault Express vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 519 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | GTD |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
