1993 Renault Express vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1046 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.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Express | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Express | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |