1991 Renault Express vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1453 mm |
