1993 Renault Express vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 18 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 1,984 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 478 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Express | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1404 mm |