1991 Renault Express vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 22 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 774 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Renault Express | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Express | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3246 mm |