1993 Renault Express vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 640 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express. 2000 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Express | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
