1993 Renault Express vs. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Because 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Renault Express (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
