1993 Renault Express vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Express weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Express | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |