1993 Renault Express vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 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 10 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 810 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 |
