1993 Renault Express vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 15 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 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 235 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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1716 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2330 mm |
